Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-yong criticized his company’s mobile division for copying Apple’s design in its Galaxy Watch Ultra smartwatch and Galaxy Buds 3 wireless earbuds. SamMobile Citing Aju News.
According to the source, Lee ordered Samsung’s MX unit to reconsider its plans following accusations of copying Apple design elements in new products. In particular, parallels were noted with the AirPods and AirPods Pro wireless earbuds, as well as the Apple Watch Ultra smartwatch.
It is also alleged that “personal measures” were taken against some employees of the mobile division, including Samsung MX chairman Tae Moon Ro. According to an insider, serious tensions have emerged within Samsung MX. A company source said Lee personally intervened after allegations of plagiarism in Apple products, causing quality issues with the Buds 3 wireless headphones and Galaxy Watch 7 smartwatch.
At a press conference held after the announcement of the new products at a Samsung store in Seoul’s Hongdae district, journalists noted the company’s new products’ similarities to Apple products. In particular, the new wireless headphones Galaxy Buds 3 and Galaxy Buds 3 Pro’s feet, as well as the motion support similar to that used in AirPods, drew attention.
Journalists saw similarities in the design and orange theme of the Galaxy Watch Ultra with the Apple Watch Ultra. Even the most die-hard Samsung fans expressed disappointment that the company was abandoning its own designs in favor of imitating Apple, believing that Samsung products were losing their individuality.
Situation made the problems worse With the build quality of the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro wireless headphones, including uneven gaps and flimsy ear cushions.
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Source: Gazeta
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